Crab & Shrimp Seafood Bisque
Crab & Shrimp Seafood Bisque is a deliciously creamy dish that makes every spoonful feel like a cherished hug! Packed with rich flavors of fresh seafood, vegetables, and aromatic spices, this bisque is perfect for chilly nights or cozy gatherings.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Immersion Blender
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Celery, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Carrot, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.25 tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional)
- Salt & Black Pepper, to taste
- 0.25 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 4 cups Seafood or Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 0.5 lb Cooked Crab Meat (shells removed)
- 0.5 lb Cooked Shrimp (peeled & chopped)
- 2 tbsp Sherry (optional)
- Fresh Herbs (Parsley, Chives, or Dill)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrot. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic, tomato paste, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Sprinkle in flour and stir constantly for 1 minute.
- Gradually add seafood or chicken broth, stirring to prevent lumps. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth (or blend in batches in a regular blender).
- Stir in heavy cream and simmer gently for 10 more minutes, avoiding boiling.
- Fold in crab meat, chopped shrimp, and sherry. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning if needed, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve hot.
Notes
For a spicier bisque, add extra cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños. Use lobster or scallops instead of shrimp for a luxurious twist. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for 2 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcal | Fat: 18g